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Where to Travel in Australia Right Now: The Best New Openings by Region

In February 2022, Australia (finally!) reopened its borders. Here’s where to eat, play, drink, and stay in country’s many states and territories.

February 23, 2022 03:51 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Bars + Nightlife

Miami’s 9 Coolest Rooftop Bars

Elevate your Miami nightlife experience—quite literally—at these sky-high watering holes.

November 13, 2018 05:10 PM

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Shayne Benowitz

<i>Fall for Greenville is just one annual festival on the city’s busy events schedule.</i>

Art + Culture

This City’s Cultural Scene Makes It One of the South’s Best-Kept Secrets

Nestled in South Carolina’s scenic Upstate region, Greenville is an emerging creative enclave that’s earned a well-deserved reputation as a noteworthy cultural hub.

Sponsored by Visit Greenville SC

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to the New Hotels, Restaurants, and Cultural Events in San Francisco

Get a peek at what’s new in San Francisco, from increasingly diverse restaurants to a slew of free entertainment.

May 24, 2024 07:50 AM

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Chelsea Davis

Parisians and tourists enjoy food and drinks outside at a cafe in Paris with a navy blue exterior

Loyalty + Rewards

Why the American Express Gold Card Is Perfect for Food-Loving Travelers

If you frequently spend money at restaurants and on flights, this credit card is one of the best for you.

December 12, 2023 09:11 AM

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Paul Rubio

Scene at ΟΙ ΣΥΜΠΕΘΕΡΟΙ with owner Thanos Vrettakis serving customers.

Spring 2026

The Most Subversive Neighborhood in Athens Is Also Its Tastiest

Long a refuge for anarchists and artists, Exarcheia today is a nexus for natural wine, moussaka sandwiches, and specialty craft stores at these locally loved shops.

April 28, 2026 03:04 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

A canvas tent with wooden stairs, surrounded by trees

Hotel News + Openings

Under Canvas Opens Its First California Camp Near Yosemite National Park

The beloved glamping brand now offers a new way to experience the great outdoors in the Golden State.

April 16, 2026 01:40 PM

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Bailey Berg

Baratunde Thurston canoes in the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia for his show, America Outdoors.

Travel Tales

We’re Back! Travel Tales by AFAR Podcast Returns for Season 4

Looking for travel inspiration? Each week, in season four of our podcast, launching October 5, we’ll bring you tales of transformational travel.

October 5, 2023 08:00 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Where to Travel Next

52 Places to Travel in the U.S. This Year

A coast-to-coast guide to the coolest experiences happening in all 50 states (plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.) right now

July 14, 2025 08:10 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

2XK0J6J July 13, 2024: Day 1 of July 2024 Black Mesa photo trip at Black Mesa State Park in Kenton, OK.

Astrotourism

Black Mesa Is One of the Loneliest, Darkest Corners of America. That’s Exactly Why You Should Go.

Come to Oklahoma for petroglyphs, bighorn sheep, and some of the darkest skies in North America.

March 24, 2026 12:08 PM

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Heide Brandes

Fall 2025

8 Epic Cruises for the Seriously Intrepid Traveler to Take in 2026

From luxury icebreakers to yachts with pool decks, these ships—and sailings—are on our list.

November 6, 2025 11:44 AM

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Jeri Clausing

Art + Culture

The Art Lover’s Guide to St. Petersburg–Clearwater

Venture beyond the beaches in St. Pete–Clearwater and you’ll find top-notch museums, galleries, murals, and more.

August 3, 2020 02:17 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

Epic Trips

I Rode a Bike Through Rwanda for 5 Days—Here’s Why It Was the Best Way to See the Country

Rwanda’s flourishing cycling culture gives reason to visit beyond the mountain gorillas.

October 11, 2024 09:35 AM

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Erik Trinidad

Where to Go in Fall

6 Great Fall Outdoor Adventures in the Southwest

Ditch the air-conditioning and bask in canyon country’s idyllic weather.

October 21, 2022 02:21 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Expedition Cruises

The Best Panama Cruises

The engineering marvel that is the 105-year-old Panama Canal remains the main draw for cruises to—and through—this Central American country.

June 14, 2019 05:14 PM

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Gene Sloan

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